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passwd: Make the password of the account blank (it will set the named account passwordless).
$ passwd -d
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The command "passwd -d" is used to delete the password of a user account in a Unix-like operating system. It is primarily used by users or system administrators to remove the password requirement for a specific account, allowing anyone to access the account without needing to enter a password.

Here is a breakdown of the command:

  • "passwd": This is the command used to manage user account passwords in Unix-like systems.
  • "-d": This option specifies the action to delete the password of a user account.

When you execute this command, you will be prompted to enter the user account's current password for verification. Once you provide the correct password, the command will delete the password, making the account passwordless. It is important to note that this action should be used with caution, as it can potentially compromise the security of the user account and the system if not used appropriately.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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